The Silent Interceptor: Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks in Mobile Apps and the Dire Consequences of Missing Certificate Pinning

The Silent Interceptor: Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks in Mobile Apps and the Dire Consequences of Missing Certificate Pinning

In our increasingly interconnected world, mobile applications have become indispensable. From managing finances and healthcare to social interactions and daily commutes, our smartphones and tablets are repositories of sensitive personal and professional data. We trust these apps to facilitate secure communication and transactions, often without a second thought to the intricate security mechanisms working behind…

Phishing & Spear Phishing – Deceptive Emails to Steal Credentials

Phishing & Spear Phishing – Deceptive Emails to Steal Credentials

In our hyper-connected digital world, email remains both a lifeline for communication and a prime attack vector for cybercriminals. Among the most pervasive and damaging threats are phishing and its more sophisticated cousin, spear phishing. These deceptive email tactics exploit human psychology to bypass technical defenses, tricking victims into voluntarily surrendering login credentials, financial data, and sensitive corporate…